By Solomon Asowata
TheIndependent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has enjoined Christians to remain hopeful in God’s ability to transform Nigeria as they celebrate Easter.
IPMAN’s President, Mr Chinedu Okoronkwo, made the call in a statement issued on Sunday in Lagos.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Federal Government had declared April 15 and April 18 as public holidays to mark the celebration.
Okoronkwo said Easter was an important period that represents sacrifice, hope and redemption exemplified by the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
He said: “On behalf of the National Executive of IPMAN and its Board of Trustees, I want to felicitate with our Christian brothers and sisters as they mark this year’s Easter celebration.
“I urge them to imbibe the virtues of Easter which include sacrifice, hope and trust in God in time of difficulties.
“Jesus Christ demonstrated the ultimate sacrifice by dying for mankind because of the love God has for us.
“As Christians, we too are enjoined to make sacrifices. Sacrifices that will help our homes and nation to become better.
“We are also to trust in God’s ability to bring us redemption in time of difficulties.This means that Christians should not relent in prayers for our beloved country and our leaders.”
Okoronkwo said IPMAN would continue to play a key role in national development by supporting government’s programmes and policies that would enable the country maximise opportunities in the petroleum sector. (NAN)
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